Price guide ยท updated October 2026

How much does portaloo hire cost in Australia?

A basic portaloo starts at about $80 a day, or $160 to $220 for a month. Expect to add $60 to $100 for delivery and $50 to $100 per pump-out.

Typical prices by unit type

Typical Australian hire prices, AUD. Source: Yellow Pages Australia cost guide, 2025.
UnitHire periodTypical price
Basic portalooPer dayfrom $80
Standard portaloo with extrasPer dayabout $120
Basic portalooFull month$160 to $220
Skid-mounted unit1 to 4 days$115 to $200
Skid-mounted unitFull month$160 to $260
Single trailer toilet1 to 4 days$130 to $200
Double trailer toilet1 to 4 days$260 to $300
Accessible toilet1 to 4 days$230 to $400

Luxury restroom trailers for weddings are usually quoted per event, because price depends on the trailer, distance and attendant service.

Extra costs to check in every quote

  • Delivery and pick-up: about $60 to $100, more for remote or hard-to-reach sites.
  • Pump-outs and cleaning: about $50 to $100 each. Long hires need regular servicing.
  • Consumables: toilet paper, soap and sanitiser may or may not be included.
  • Damage waiver or bond: often refundable; ask how much.

What changes the price

  • The unit type: standard, skid-mounted, trailer, accessible or luxury.
  • How long you hire it: weekly and monthly rates are cheaper per day.
  • How many units: multiple units and long hires often get a discount.
  • Site access and distance from the supplier's depot.
  • How early you book: spring and summer weekends fill up first.

How to compare quotes

Ask every supplier for an itemised quote that shows the unit price, delivery, servicing, consumables and any bond. A quote that looks cheap often leaves out servicing.

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Prices are estimates from the source below and vary by supplier and location. Always confirm with the supplier. Source: Yellow Pages Australia, How much does it cost to hire a portaloo?